It's like drinking in a friend's basement, but drinking carefully crafted cocktails!…read more The mixologists were fun, inviting, and really made us feel at home. That coupled with the great drinks they are serving up make this such a fun place! The place is small, so be sure to make a reservation, you will be glad you did!

Great service with a lot of cool little drinks…read more The location was a cool idea to have a speak easy concept.

Lazy Tiger is a part of the Yellow Belly and Extra Wavy family of restaurants that focuses on…read moreinventive cocktail creations and seafood forward dishes. The restaurant itself is quite small and is located on the other side of Yellow Belly. The entrance has minimal space that looks to be able to accommodate 4 or 6 people if you're waiting for a table. Inside, the spacing is fairly decent for being a smaller location. I didn't feel too crammed dining and the 2-seater table was of normal size so there was enough room. We were seated right by the entrance with a curtain separating the area. True to its name, a Tiger statue sits at the entrance which is decorated in tropical manner. The theme continues within the restaurant. Lazy Tiger has a happy hour which if I remember correctly, ended at 6:30. Their cocktails are $12 during happy hour (rather than $14) and they have a selection of snack type items which you could have as appetizers if you'd like. We both got a cocktail. My husband had the human costume (gin, amaro, blanc vermouth, melon, gnartruese, malic acid) and I had the humble brag (gin, rhum, salted banana, forbidden rice, coconut, lemon). Both were refreshing and different but in a good and surprising way. We started with the nachos from the happy hour menu and added some pork belly per our writer's recommendation. I love pork belly anything anyway. The nacho was a huge serving! And it was very tasty with a good amount of crispy pork belly peppered throughout. I had the Morrocan spiced halibut served with couscous, asparagus, Spanish chorizo, tomatoes, pistachio dukkah. Halibut was well seasoned and prepared perfectly. We also shared an order of the vegetable fried rice and added some spam because I am a sucker for spam fried rice. It came with some chili crisps which brought the dish to another level. My husband had the tamales which he thoroughly enjoyed. I didn't get to try some but it looked fantastic. We ended up taking home the rest of my meal and the rest of the fried rice which have been devoured over the weekend. Service was fantastic. I love the vibe, I love the food!

Didn't know if we should enter - the sign for please wait to be seated is right inside the door and…read morethe restaurant is separated with a drape. I peaked my head in and no one was around I asked a customer if I come In it was awkward. The hostess was great and our server was great also! Explained all drinks and about the place. The food was so amazing - we got a bunch to try and liked each thing. The place is small and cozy without feeling crowded. It was a little dark

had the chance to finally try the coffee shop at trust. amazing flavor profiles, and i HIGHLY…read moreappreciate the use of housemade syrups (that actually taste good) the place doesn't look like a coffee place from the outside, but you don't wanna make the mistake of passing it up. very museum kinda vibe inside. the barista was super knowledgeable, super kind, and made my miso butterscotch latte PERFECT. too fav lattes in the city

Great and unique spot, very artsy vibes. On the third floor there's a small rooftop/deck with a…read morenice view. The bartenders were attentive and kind. I ordered the "it's all in my head" drink it was very good and refreshing, my husband had the civil life American brown ale which he enjoyed.

A must try. Perfectly assorted boards, lots of variety. Mood lighting, decor, and service.read more

So wonderful French Pig Flatbread and the Pull Cabernet! Hubs also ordered the Italian Stallion…read moresandwich which was also delicious. We had a delightful time and a super attentive and helpful server today! Thank you! Great atmosphere! We will be back!

Tucked into a corner, this is a great eatery. Lovely choice of cocktails and other spirits. I had a…read morecaramel apple mule. Saw our couple of lavender lemon drop martinis and a bramble punch on our table. The truffle fries are a must try/devour as are the sprouts. I had a caesar salad for my main. The menu isn't terribly gluten friendly but sprouts, caesar, and a cocktail are a pretty elite combo. The inside is nice with lots of wood, glass, and textures. Our server was friendly and attentive.

I woke up Easter morning and there was no Easter Basket filled with chocolates waiting for me. What…read moreshould I expect when I am an old man living alone with two dogs. Since I had no basket to enjoy, I decided to take myself out for Brunch. I remembered the last time I went to brunch at, Brick + Bramble, it was pretty good. So I made myself presentable and headed to Edwardsville. I'll tell you up front, this Brunch far exceeded the last one and I thought it was outstanding. I seated myself at the bar, my favorite place to eat when dining alone. Was glad to see one of my favorite things and that is Hooks and Outlets Under the Bar. It's such a nice touch, to provide those for the customers. Let me start out giving a shout out to the young lady who was bartending. She did an outstanding job making my cocktails and taking my order. I ordered a Morning Martini and she asked if I wanted that or did I really want just an Espresso Martini. She quickly explained the differences and I went with the Espresso. I've had the Morning, but this espresso one, made my morning. While I was reading the Brunch menu, another server came up to retrieve drinks for her table. As she waited, I asked her what would she recommend for me to order. Without blinking she said, Fried Chicken Benedict. I giggled and told that was what I was leaning towards and her recommendation made my mind up. When my Benedict arrived, my eyes bugged out of my head. It was huge, I mean seriously huge. I could not eat all of it, I had to take half home. Later that night, a little warm-up and I had dinner. The Benedict was grilled biscuits topped with hand-bread fried chicken breast topped with over-easy eggs and house made sausage gravy. The breading on the breast was crunchy and crisp. Eggs were done perfectly and the sausage gravy was equal to a farmers wife. I may have been getting full, but I couldn't just have one cocktail. After all it's Brunch and Easter morn. After seeing the flier for the spring cocktail specials, I ordered a Pistachio Martini. It's vanilla vodka, Amaretto, Bailey'sBlue Curacao with a Crushed Pistachio Rim, made up for not having an Easter Basket filled with chocolate. The rich creamy texture was like drinking a dessert. Before spring is over, I'll be back for another. Again, shout out to the great bartender who took care of me.

Shhh..... can you keep a secret. If anyone asks, you most certainly did not hear this from me…read more A speakeasy at City Foundry hiding in plain sight. I've passed this entrance plenty of times, and had no idea what was there. Walk in, knock three times, there may or may not have been a password. Take the long winding hallway to the heavy steal door. Behind the door is a lovely cocktail lounge. We did make reservations to ensure we had a comfortable table to accommodate our group. Cozy couches and plump club chairs huddled around small tables made for an intimate experience. The drink menu is long!!! Not in the mood for cocktails? They offer bourbon and whiskey tastings. We tried several of the cocktails. The drinks were well balanced and delicious. We appreciated the use of the proper ice based on the drink. The attention to detail is top notch. Cocktails and socializing can leave me feeling a little peckish. NOTA has a small but nice offering of small plates. There were six of us so we ordered several things to share. My favorite was the focaccia bread and the tiny cherry peppers. This was an enjoyable experience. We plan on visiting again soon.

None of the Above is a hidden speakeasy tucked inside City Foundry STL, and I'm so glad I found it…read more I came with a girlfriend for happy hour, and it's such a great deal: $9 classic cocktails Sunday through Thursday, plus Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. Everything on the menu looked divine, and I wish I got to try the food. I ordered the lychee martini, and honestly, I could have stayed all night having a few more. It was fantastic! The whole speakeasy experience was so fun and enjoyable. More people need to check this place out. It's perfect for date night, a girls' night out, or just something fun to do while you're in the City Foundry area. I can't wait to come back!

Original owners retired since our last visit, but we found this charming little restaurant to be…read moresubstantially the same as before. Hidden little gem in Edwardsville! Menus very similar, ambience the same (clean, modern and intimate). They have added live music (we were there on a Saturday night).m which was a plus. We sat on the charming and quaint patio. shared the house salad and each had a pizza (margherita and sausage and peppers). Glass of Anne Marie (Willamette Valley) rose. Service and food all excellent.

I visited about a week ago and had an outstanding experience. The new ownership has done a…read morefantastic job creating a welcoming atmosphere with a great ambiance that immediately stands out. The quality of the food and drinks was excellent, and you can tell they take pride in every detail. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we walked in. If you've been here before, it's definitely worth giving it another try under the new ownership. I'll absolutely be back and highly recommend checking it out!

Hidden historic gem in Florissant! Established in 1873, this building operated as a grocery and…read moregeneral store until becoming a restaurant in 1994. We discovered this restaurant after car shopping at some dealerships on Lindbergh. The space offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating as well as a separate bar space. The restaurant's bones are noticeably historic and the décor choice is a mix of farmhouse and modern styles. Our server was very friendly and answered any questions we had and was also enthusiastic about our car-buying process, encouraging celebratory drinks. The food was delicious! American fare with a modern twist - Hendel's had lots of brunch and lunch options. I opted for the Salmon Power Bowl and it tasted extremely fresh and healthy. Definitely stop in to this spot if you're in the Florissant area and looking for some historic charm.

If Hendel's were a character, it would be Hagrid: enormous warmth, big portions, an old house…read moreyou're glad exists, and not much interest in refinement. The building does a lot of the work here: an old place sitting in the middle of Old Town Florissant's residential blocks, with a bar, a dining room, a porch, and a patio we didn't get to use (next cool evening, we will). It's charming, and a real asset to that neighborhood. It is also loud. Old plaster, hard surfaces, not enough hung on the walls to absorb any of it. The old fashioned was solid, sweeter than I prefer. Appetizers were the low point: toasted ravioli thick and hard enough to qualify as gum scratchers (filling was fine), flatbread middle of the road. Then the kitchen found its footing. Parmesan-encrusted chicken won the table, with a nice rice-orzo pilaf and green beans that weren't overcooked. The Jameson whiskey burger came blue cheese, bacon, crispy onions, glaze, brioche, and ate dry (although ordered medium): too many rich flavors, nothing acidic to cut through them. Burnt ends mac and cheese was good and rich, but the brisket wasn't tender as I had hoped. We caught a night with only one dessert (a moist Lemon Sunshine cake that tasted like a Dreamsicle) and ice cream to put beside it. Christy took good care of us, efficiently and strictly by the book. 3.7 out of 5 stars Punch up the apps, and bring some balance to some of the entrees and this would bring up my rating to the low 4s. Bring the relatives who flinch at a menu. Acid somewhere on the plate, tender brisket, ice cream by the cake, and something soft on those walls would move this up quickly.

Everything was great! We had a wonderful table outside with…read morea beautiful view. Our waiter was very attentive and patient with 4 women celebrating a friend's birthday. I has the Asian chicken salad. It had so much flavor and great ingredients. My friends loved the brisket (the best she's ever had), salmon with gnocchi was cooked to perfection. The indoors is smartly decorated.

Had to bring my husband here after he heard me talk about it. We reserved a table for dinner but…read moreinitially sat at bar for a cocktail and an appetizer. The bartender makes a great old fashioned cocktail. It was so smooth. (It wasn't even my drink). They have lots of good wine options too. Meatball appetizer was okay IMO but hubs really liked it. Have to give that bartender a shout out because he was amazing. He did a great job of waiting on a full bar and a very party that came in for happy hour. And he was essentially by himself. No bar back. Sometimes other people did lend a hand but he did the bulk of it. When we sat at our table we also had good service. I again ordered beet salad but then got the gnocchi too. The gnocchi themselves were meh but the sauce was very tasty. The ribeye was very good and cooked just right. Side order of mushrooms were a little disappointing. We finished off with the brownie sundae. Best part of that was the ice cream. I mentioned my husband's birthday when I made the reservation but they didn't acknowledge it at all. That would have been fine except for the table next to us got candle etc for someone's birthday.

This is still an amazing spot to spend time with friends. It's such a great atmosphere and very…read morewelcoming. I love meeting new people there. The best nights are when the owners, Zyi and Jenni, are there. They bring the sparkle. It's a beautiful place to enjoy art, music and laughter. That's why I keep coming back.

First time trying out this cute little spot, been trying to get here for a while now! I'm glad I…read morewas able to stop in and check it out. They are drinks only however they do have snacks on hand that you can purchase which is cool. We ate before hand but I also seen them bringing out some pack eager ramen so that may be available for purchase as well. I love the uniqueness of the menu and the fact that they allow customer creations to be on the menu as well. Customer service was top tier! The drinks were great I'd give them a 9/10. I will def be back to visit.